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Why Akur8 Matters for the Future of Insurance?
In an industry as tradition-bound and risk-sensitive as insurance, innovation often lags—but Akur8 is proving that the core actuarial...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Oct 52 min read
India’s Startup Ecosystem — Strong Roots, Rising Expectations
India’s startup ecosystem is entering a maturation phase. What was once a Gold Rush of valuations and rampant dealmaking is now evolving...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Sep 122 min read
Jupiter's All-in-One Banking — A Smart Leap in Retaining India’s Millennial Wallet
As someone evaluating fintech platforms closely, Jupiter’s recent milestone—securing a corporate agency licence from IRDAI —caught my...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Sep 51 min read
Fi Money — Redefining Wealth Management with Smart Analytics
As someone deeply invested in consumer fintech, I’m impressed by how Fi Money masterfully blends intelligent analytics with intuitive...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Sep 41 min read
How Dezerv Is Redefining Wealth Management for India’s Affluent?
Dezerv has emerged as a game-changer precisely because it builds wealth tools for the digitally savvy—but underserved—affluent segment....
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Sep 21 min read
Altum Credo’s $19.5M Raise Reinforces the Future of Inclusive Home Finance
Altum Credo’s latest equity infusion of approximately $19.5 million from British International Investment (BII) is more than just...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Sep 11 min read
Why Weaver Services’ $170M Raise Marks a Turning Point in Affordable Housing Finance
Having tracked affordable housing finance for some time, I’m particularly excited by the news that Weaver Services has raised $170...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Aug 311 min read
TransBnk’s Series B—Building the Backbone of Corporate Banking Infrastructure
TransBnk’s recent $25 million Series B raise , led by Bessemer Venture Partners alongside Arkam Ventures, Fundamentum, and returning...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Aug 311 min read
Why Laraware’s “Nxtbanking” Is Set to Redefine Fintech — and Why Investors Should Be Excited
Having tracked Laraware’s trajectory closely, I’m impressed to observe their bold stride with Nxtbanking , India’s inaugural AI-driven...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Aug 291 min read
PayNearby—The IPO That Could Elevate Digital Inclusion and Retail Banking
As someone navigating India’s fintech and investing ecosystem, I find PayNearby’s decision to pursue an IPO next financial year a...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Aug 281 min read
Aspora — The Future of Cross-Border Banking for NRIs
Aspora is emerging as a bold new frontier for cross-border banking, particularly for NRIs navigating the frustrating friction of...
Vara Shiva Kumar Botchu
Aug 271 min read
Edfund : Why EduFund Is Emerging as a Leader in Education Financing
As an angel investor closely observing India’s affectable edtech-infused fintech sector, I’m highly encouraged by EduFund’s recent $6...
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Aug 241 min read
Kiwi GI: Why Kiwi General Insurance Deserves Investor Attention
As an angel investor watching India’s general insurance space, Kiwi General Insurance has caught my attention for its strategic...
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Aug 241 min read
BillCut : Strategic and Visionary
As an angel investor closely following India’s fintech space, I see BillCut’s recent moves as both strategic and visionary . Their core...
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Aug 242 min read
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